Tulbagh

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The charming historical town of Tulbagh is situated in the Witzenberg Municipal area, near Wolseley, Prince Alfred's Hamlet, Gouda and Ceres, in the Winelands of Boland in the Western Cape Province, South Africa. The Ideal accommodation getaway in the country. There are lots of things to do and see, places to eat, scenic hiking trails, sport, horse riding, camping and other places to stay for self catering or bed and breakfast.

First discovered in 1658, it was settled in 1700 when land grants were made to 14 farming families. The town was developed in 1743 when the church was built. After the earthquake in 1969 every home in Church Street was restored. These 32 buildings were all declared National Monuments and constitute the largest concentration of National Monuments in one street in South Africa.

The town is situated on the northern end of the beautiful and fertile Tulbagh valley. The valley is almost completely surrounded by majestic mountain ranges - the Obiqua mountains to the west, the towering Winterhoek on the northern end and the Witzenberg on the eastern side of the valley. The Great Winterhoek mountains tower 2077 metres above sea level and are picturesquely snowcapped in winter.

A diverse flora is abundant all over the valley and in the mountains. Proteas grow wild, as do herbs such as Buchu. The spring brings a multitude of wild flowers to full bloom and coupled to the blossoms of the fruit trees, it makes for a glorious show of splendor. The productive valley produces some of the country's best red and white wines, olive oil, peaches, grain, pears and 70% of the country's plums!

This is a wonderful tourist and country holiday destination and Tourism is actively promoted by the warm and friendly people of Tulbagh. The valley is fast becoming a wedding and conference location with all the facilities available to make for a memorable occasion. Towns such as Wellington, Malmesbury, Paarl, Franshoek, Riebeek Kasteel, Malmesbury, Piketberg, Porterville, Stellenbosch, Worcester and Rawsonville are within three quarters of an hour's drive from the valley and Cape Town is only 120 kms away.

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The Old Church Museum – The oldest cross shaped form Church in South Africa and a fantastic collection of Cape furniture

House No. 4 – The Earthquake Museum explores the valley’s history and how Tulbagh was rebuilt after the 1969 earthquake

House No.14 – Victorian period house – Dining / smoking room and a bedroom furnished in a Victorian style

House No. 22 – This Cape Dutch styled house has been recreated into a quaint home, reconstructing life as it was 200 years ago

De Oude Drostdy Museum – 023 230 0203 – R10 p/p. Built in 1804 – This beautiful old building which was previously the town’s original Magistrate’s Court has historical Cape furniture, household articles and artwork, with wine tasting in the candle-lit old jail.

Horse About Trails Tulbagh, Weltevrede Farm, Tulbagh (situated on the R46 between Tulbagh, Wolseley and Ceres), ☎0828849881, [2]. by appointment. Join us for affordable, scenic horse trail rides in the Tulbagh Valley. Our trails are suitable for all ages and levels. Horse About offers trails from one hour to weekend and mini break escapes, in the foothills of the majestic Witzenberg Mountains. Riding lessons, children’s program, sunset and moonlight rides. Our well trained and responsive horses are suitable for all ages and levels. All trails are guided personally by the owners contact info@horseabout.co.za edit

Tulbagh offers various restaurants with menus from traditional Cape Dutch Cuisine, Continental Cuisine, Pastas and Pizzas. Have lunch in a Provincial Monument or on a Wine Estate with breathtaking views.